Shedding Some Light on Sunscreen

The Lab Report

Summer is here and with that comes longer days and more sun exposure. The health benefits of sunshine include increased vitamin D production, elevated mood, stronger bones, and even better sleep. However, overexposure to the sun can damage our skin and lead to skin cancer over time. Using sunscreen can help to protect our skin, but where’s the line when it comes to blocking vitamin D production or absorbing potentially harmful chemicals?

In today’s episode, we debate the pros and cons of using sunscreen and tell you why you should pay closer attention to what’s actually in it.

Today on The Lab Report:

• 4:35 Sunscreen and the role of the skin
• 6:10 Types of ultraviolet light
• 8:40 What about vitamin D?
• 10:30 Skin cancer, vitamin D, and the sun
• 13:55 Chemical sunscreens - exposures and toxicity?
• 18:30 Mineral-based sunscreens as an option

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